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...aromas of zesty blackberry in this wine gain intricacies of rose petal, violet, graphite and dusty mineral...its black cherry and berry flavors are zesty and pure yet anchored by granite and fine, persistent tannins...
... Highly perfumed blue fruit, violet and candied licorice aromas show excellent clarity and pick up hints of woodsmoke and menthol as the wine opens up. Juicy and appealingly sweet, offering sappy boysenberry, cherry and spicecake flavors and a touch of smoky bacon. A sexy floral note emerges on the gently tannic finish, which hangs on with strong, spice-tinged persistence.
...fresher, elegant, polished style as well as perfumed notes of black raspberries, crème de cassis, crushed violets, and hints of bouquet garni. Floral, elegant, and medium-bodied, it's just a pretty, elegant, juicy wine...
...flattering aromas of cracked pepper, ground clove, fresh raspberries and crushed stone...full-bodied...finishing long, with hints of Berry Zinger tea.